"Having children read to themselves is the first step in Daily Five and is the foundation for creating independent readers and writers. On the surface -- like all of the components in Daily Five -- Read to Self seems basic and simple. However, we have found that specific teaching techniques can make Read to Self a powerful tool for enhancing all literacy skills. When fully implemented, Read to Self involves a number of deliberate and planned actions throughout the day. But as with learning (or teaching) any new skill, the key to successful implementation of Read to Self and Daily Five is to start with small steps and build as you go."
(Boushey & Moser, 2006, p. 46) The Daily Five
This will be your starting component of launching the Daily Five. Follow the text as closely as you can, and you will reach the successful implementation that the Sisters have described. Always, always, always remember: Go slow to go fast!
(Boushey & Moser, 2006, p. 46)
The Daily Five
This will be your starting component of launching the Daily Five. Follow the text as closely as you can, and you will reach the successful implementation that the Sisters have described. Always, always, always remember: Go slow to go fast!